Dark Brahma
The Dark Brahma is a striking and majestic chicken breed known for its large size, feathered legs, and distinctive plumage. A variety of the Brahma breed, the Dark Brahma features dark, rich feathering with a mix of black, white, and silver tones that create a beautiful, almost smoky appearance.
Key Features:
Appearance: Dark Brahmas have a bold, attractive look with deep black feathers that are subtly laced with silver or white. They have large, muscular bodies with feathered legs and feet, giving them a unique and elegant appearance. Their comb is single, and they have red wattles and ear lobes.
Size: Dark Brahmas are a large breed, with hens typically weighing around 8-9 lbs and roosters reaching 10-12 lbs. Their size, combined with their feathered legs, makes them one of the most impressive breeds in any flock.
Egg Production: Dark Brahmas are moderate layers, producing around 150-200 large brown eggs per year. While they may not be the highest producers, they are known for laying consistently, even through the winter months.
Temperament: Dark Brahmas are calm, friendly, and docile chickens, making them easy to handle and a great choice for families. They tend to be very laid-back and tolerate confinement well, although they also enjoy free-ranging. Their gentle nature makes them a favorite for both beginner and experienced chicken keepers.
Hardiness: Like other Brahma varieties, the Dark Brahma is particularly hardy and well-suited for colder climates. Their thick feathering and large size provide excellent protection against the cold, and they generally adapt well to heat as long as they have access to shade and water.
Summary:
The Dark Brahma is a large, calm breed with a beautiful mix of black, silver, and white feathers. Known for their docile temperament and hardiness, Dark Brahmas make great pets and reliable egg layers, especially in colder climates. They are an excellent choice for both ornamental and productive flocks.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENT
There is a minimum requirement of 3 PER BREED on females. No minimum requirement on males only. This applies to local pick up orders that are pre-ordered.
SHIPPING POLICY
Orders are shipping February 5th through October 29th every Monday and Wednesday (excluding holidays). We will do everything we can to get your chicks scheduled based on your preferred ship month and week, however, there is no guarantee your order will arrive during that time. An email confirmation will be sent as soon as your order is reserved. If you have any date restrictions, please note them in the checkout page. Please read through our Guarantee and Policies for more information.
PICKUP POLICY
Orders made for local pickup will be available for pickup Friday & Saturday the week your order is scheduled. We will do everything we can to get your birds scheduled for pickup based on your preferred month and week, however, there is no guarantee your order will be available at that time. An email confirmation will be sent as soon as your order is scheduled. If you have any date restrictions, please note them in the checkout page.
Orders must be picked up the week they are scheduled. Any orders not picked up will not be rescheduled and will be considered abandoned. We do not offer refunds on abandoned orders. This applies to orders that are shorted (not all breeds hatched out as expected). On orders that are shorted, remaining chicks on order will need to be picked up as scheduled.
There is no guarantee of mortality or morbidity once poultry leaves our store. Be sure to check your box of chicks before you leave.
